Where:

Thomas Jefferson Park

114th Street & First Avenue

New York, NY  10029

212-360-1319

 

Price:

Free

 

What:

 

"NYC Parks and the Walt Disney Company will host the 10th Annual Street Games at Thomas Jefferson Park in Harlem!
Street Games celebrates the classic street games from the ’60s and ’70s and introduces them to a new generation of kids with a modern spin!  Pogo sticks, double-dutch, hula hoops, and yo-yos are just some of the activities that you and your family can try out at this popular annual event. With new activities being added each year, there is something for everyone to enjoy!
Visit the Classic Street Games zone and get moving with popular venues such as:
    Stickball
    Pogo Sticks
    Hula Hoops
    Double-Dutch
    Hippity Hop
    Yo-Yos
    Skateboarding Clinics with Uptown Skate School
    Handball
Take it to the street!  Street Games closes 114th Street and Pleasant Avenue just north of the Park to vehicle traffic so kids can participate in the following activities:
    Soap Box Derby – located behind the main stage!
    Learn To Ride Your Bike (must bring your own bike)
    Street Hockey
    Jumbo Games
    Relay Races
    Arts & Crafts
Street Games is also more than just games! Radio Disney will be spinning music all day and there will be live music and entertainment, including several performances by the Dance Theater of Harlem!

 

Rain or shine
In the event of heavy rain, Street Games will be moved indoors to the Thomas Jefferson Recreation Center located in the park." mommypoppins.com